
We are Shockout
Our Courses
WhY Shockout Arts?
Shockout Arts is primarily based at our main site in Old Trafford, Manchester. We offer undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in dance and musical theatre.
Professional & Commercial Dance
Our Professional and Commercial Dance courses equips students with the technical, artistic, and theoretical skills required for a successful career in the diverse dance industry. Delivered by industry experts, the course provides advanced professional training that aligns with current industry trends, ensuring graduates are fully prepared for employment. With a strong focus on personal and creative identity, the program supports career longevity and progression, including opportunities for postgraduate study through Shockout’s expanding provision.
Street and Hip Hop
Our Street and Hip Hop Vernacular Dance courses focuses on developing technical and artistic skills across styles like Breaking, Popping, Locking, House, and Hip-Hop Foundations. Through industry-led projects and performances, students refine their craft to a professional standard, preparing for careers in dance, choreography, directing, and teaching while nurturing their creative identity.
Musical Theatre
Our Musical Theatre courses are designed to develop versatile performers equipped for the demands of the industry. Combining training in acting, voice, and dance with industry-relevant skills in production, audition techniques, and musical theatre for stage and screen, the course ensures students are prepared for a lasting career. Led by experienced professionals, it offers regular performance opportunities to refine technique and foster creative individuality. Graduates will be ready to enter the musical theatre industry or pursue further education through Shockout’s expanding postgraduate options.